The purpose of the Crime Beat is to educate and inform the public about some of the property crime trends occurring in South Delta and other files of interest. If you see anything occurring that you believe to be suspicious, call 911 for in-progress crimes and emergencies or 604-946-4411 for other assistance.
Tsawwassen
Aug. 8, 5500 Block of 14B Avenue: Complainant reported the theft of an Amazon package from the lobby of their building after buzzing the delivery driver inside for drop off. Approximately 15 minutes later, complainant attended the lobby to retrieve the package and noticed the package had a tear at the bottom and the contents were missing. Missing were an iPhone charger and car phone mount valued at $43. Complainant refunded by Amazon. Strata manager to obtain CCTV footage for identification. No suspects or witnesses at this time.
Aug. 8, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported their son had been the victim of extortion after an unknown person had added them on Snapchat & Instagram. After messaging for several hours, complainant’s son was asked to send intimate images to unknown person. After sending images, unknown suspect threated to send the images to complainant son’s followers if they did not send $500 via email transfer, and he complied. The unknown suspect continued to threaten son and requested a $500 Apple gift card through Snapchat. Suspect stopped contacting complainant’s son once $500 gift card was received. Police advised to report the usernames on the respective social media sites, delete their social media accounts and make new accounts private. They were advised to report the extortion to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Agency, visit StopNCII.org, contact Apple and financial institution to determine if the gift card and e-transfer could be cancelled.
Aug. 9, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported, after returning from vacation, they found mail for a credit card application and a Walmart credit card with charges of $438. Police were advised that an unknown suspect had made numerous credit card application attempts that were denied. Unknown suspect added a phone number to complainants’ credit bureau account, which came back as an unassigned number. Complainant has informed their financial institutions to monitor for suspicious activity and has contacted Equifax and Transunion. Police advised to report the fraud to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Agency, change all their account passwords, and contact Walmart to see if the $438 could be reimbursed.
August 11, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Manager of local business reported that in the early morning hours, an unknown number of full propane tanks were missing from locked storage cage. Number of tanks stolen, and value is unknown. Access unclear, as lock was not located. Manager then caught 2 persons at approximately 1400 hours, attempting to steal two full beer kegs from rear delivery area. Unknown persons left the kegs and fled when confronted. CCTV may be available from neighboring business. Business encouraged to reinforce propane cage.
Aug. 12, 5400 Block of Spetifore Crescent: Complainant reported theft of a Cannondale Mountain bike from the garage of the home sometime overnight. Bike was discovered missing and garage door open in the morning. Complainant recalls opening garage door day prior, can’t confirm closing door. Bike described as Olive Green Hardback with white and orange stickers valued at $1500. Possible CCTV footage available at nearby homes, complainant advised to monitor social media buy/sell sites.
Aug. 13, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported being the victim of possible fraud after receiving a call from an unknown person posing as a TELUS employee. Complainant provided full name, email address, credit card and driver’s license numbers before partner intervened advising this was a scam. Unknown person continued to ask for SIN number and banking information until complainant disconnected. No fraudulent transactions currently. Complainant advised to cancel bank cards, change passwords, and obtain credit monitoring.
Ladner
Aug. 9, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported being the victim of fraud after receiving an email claiming to be from Norton Anti-virus about buying/renewing services. Complainant made contact over the phone and allowed unknown person to access their computer and online banking. Unknown person claimed complainant was overpaid and directed complainant to send $900 in Google Play and Apple gift cards. Complainant was then directed to send an additional $1400 in gift cards for a total of $2300. Complainant advised to block all contact, not to send any further funds and to contact their financial institution of the incident. Police awaiting receipts and screen shots for evidence.
Aug. 10, 4400 Block Dawn Place: Complainant reported that the tarp on their boat, parked at the residence, had been lifted off, seats removed and rummaged through sometime during the night. Nothing stolen, no damage reported. CCTV footage negative, reported for awareness only. Extra patrols added to neighborhood.
Aug. 11, 3100 Block of 72nd Street: Complainant reported their vehicle was broken into while parked near dike trail. Upon returning from walk, complainant noticed glove box and center console had been rummaged through and a $40 pair of sunglasses stolen. No suitable prints available from glove box, window, or console. Crime tips shared with complainant and advised to report incident to insurance company.
Aug. 12, 5100 block of Robertson Road (Westham Island): Complainant reported the theft of rear license plate from vehicle while in parking lot. Bolts from license plate left on rear bumper. No CCTV, plates added to police database as stolen.
